Our Profession
Medical doctors (M.D.s) specializing in the care of the
human eye. We are specially trained to deal with the eye and its
disorders and diseases. We have four (4) years of college, four (4) years of
medical school, one (1) year minimum of hospital internship and three (3)
or more years of specialized in-hospital training.
When
Should you see an Ophthalmologist?
Is
there a difference between an Ophthalmologist and an Optometrist?
Yes,
there is! To
better understand the differences, go to the Definitions
Page.
As ophthalmologists (oph-thal-mol-o-gists), we
diagnose and treat all visual problems. We prescribe whatever eye
treatment is necessary, including the fitting of eyeglasses, contact
lenses, optical aids for the partially sighted and even eye exercises. In
other words, we provide all services for eye health
care. Here are just some of the things
we do as medical doctors (ophthalmologists or EyeM.D.s.):
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Cataract
Surgery
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Refractive
Surgeries
example:
RK,
PRK, LASIK, Corneal Rings, INtacs, etc.
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Examine eyes and prescribe glasses and/or
contacts
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Treat
blurred vision
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Strabismus
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Crossed
eyes
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Retinal
Detachments
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Burns
and foreign bodies in the eye
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Treat
and manage Diabetic Retinopathy
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Treat and manage
Glaucoma
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Treat and manage Macular
Degeneration
Our Mission
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To provide quality, comprehensive, cost effective, convenient
and caring eye and vision care to our patients. To provide
information that will help our patients and the public learn to
recognize eye problems and provide resources
for assistance.
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To assist members
with scientific education, practice management training,
assistance, health plan and legislative advocacy (members:
go to TAO Members Only Section for detailed information).
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